Introducing the New Garancy Update 24.2: Interoperability & Connectivity
21 features, enhanced security and state-of-the-art user experience: We’re thrilled to announce the release of the latest update of Garancy, our leading Identity and Access Management solution. This release is one of our most significant yet, packed with 21 new features and functionalities, a modernized design and enhancements driven by customer feedback. Within the scope of this update, we have resolved 560 tickets, addressed 14 security issues and implemented new tools to make managing identities easier, faster and even more secure.
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Garancy Update 24.2
Enhanced Login Options with Identity Provider Support
Garancy now supports OpenID Connect and integration with identity providers, offering a seamless and modern approach to authentication.
What makes it great:
Utilize all authentication methods provided by the identity provider chosen by your organization.
No need for separate configurations for other connected applications.
OpenID Connect ensures compatibility with a wide variety of modern identity providers.
This means streamlined, secure login processes for users and easier management for admins.
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A new WebService REST API
We have developed a new REST API to support the connection to even the newest of external applications, complementing Garancy’s existing SOAP capabilities. REST APIs are widely adopted in modern applications, ensuring that Garancy stays ahead of the curve.
What makes it great:
Simpler implementation with support for JSON
Template-based object creation simplifies setup
Token-based authentication ensures secure communication
Full parity with SOAP functionality plus additional enhancements like audit comments
REST APIs are widely adopted in modern applications, ensuring Garancy stays ahead of the curve.
Live Balancing with Bucket-Level Account Control
Live Balancing now includes the ability to define accounts in buckets, granting more granular control.
What makes it great:
Separate buckets for accounts under IDM and target system control
Technical accounts remain untouched during live balancing
Full visibility and reporting within IDM
IDM remains the single point of truth for all accounts, enhancing compliance and auditability
Comprehensive SAP S/4 HANA Support
We’ve expanded support to include the latest SAP versions:
SAP S/4 HANA Cloud Private Edition
SAP S/4 HANA Cloud Extended Edition
This ensures Garancy integrates seamlessly into SAP environments, both on-premises and in the cloud.
Simplified Compliance with Self-Recertification Controls
Campaign setups just got a lot easier! Administrators can now globally disable self-recertification for campaigns.
What makes it great:
Centralized management avoids compliance risks caused by incorrect settings.
Ideal for decentralized compliance managers running multiple campaigns.
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Enhanced System Insights with New Dashboard KPIs
The recently introduced System Information Dashboard now provides insights into:
Running sessions
Manual provisioning orders
Pending queue jobs
These updates ensure you always have a pulse on your system activity.
Internal Security Administration via Garancy Portal
We have brought the Internal Security Administration to the Garancy Portal for better accessibility and usability.
What makes it great:
User-centric interface
Focused on target systems and accounts
Configuration now available both within IDM and Portal
This feature ensures flexibility in managing security configurations.
Modernized Activity Lists for Task Management
Garancy introduces a state-of-the-art design for activity lists, built in line with our Beta Design System.
What makes it great:
The task-focused design improves productivity.
More information per task is displayed while clutter is reduced.
The modern, intuitive interface enhances user experience.
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Additional Features in This Update
The Garancy update includes many more improvements, such as:
Password length extensions up to 40 digits for LDAP and up to 127 digits for the Garancy account
Display of the process reference ID in the portal frontend
Software Bill of Materials to comply with regulations such as NIS2, DORA and the Cyber Resilience Act
User creation using templates with pre-filled fields to simplify the user creation process and avoid manual errors
Why This Feature Release Is Important for Your Organization
With every update, we strive to make Garancy more powerful, user-friendly and secure. This release reflects months of collaboration, customer feedback and innovation to ensure that Garancy meets the evolving needs of your modern organization and keeps you compliant with government issued regulations.
Ready to Explore Garancy 24.2?
Take advantage of these new features and improvements today! Sign in to the Customer Portal and get the latest version of Garancy.
Thank you for choosing Garancy to manage and protect your identities. Your trust is our greatest asset and we look forward to continuing to provide you with the solution that makes your Identity Access Management effortless and secure.
Stay tuned for more updates!